Product of the Week: Torqeedo Electric Motor 503/1003

7:05 PM Tue 26 Oct 2010 GMT

'Torqueedo Travel 503/1003' .

Electric has long been the way to go, with its silence and green characteristics, but it just need to get better and cheaper. Torqeedo have now refined their earlier versions of outboard motors to come up with a stronger, tougher and smarter version, suitable for tenders, dinghies or even daysailers: The Torqueedo Travel 503/1003. Key improvements: . Fully waterproof design, IP 67 (all components can be submersed for 1 hour at 1 metre below surface without any harm). . Integrated GPS and information system: provides precise real-time information on battery charge status, remaining range at current speed, speed over ground ...

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by Sail-World Cruising